After the sparring match ended, Lin Taichu returned to his courtyard. Rather than rushing to cultivate the Thousand Mechanisms Hidden Weapon Manual, he first spent two days recuperating his internal energy, fully recovering from the exhaustion of fighting Tang Chen.
Only then did he settle down and slowly study the remaining techniques in the Thousand Mechanisms Hidden Weapon Manual. With his foundation in the Medical Dao, he already had an advantage in finger dexterity and control of force. Coupled with the support of Profound Iron Strength, he progressed twice as fast when practicing complex hidden weapon techniques.
Other than eating and sleeping, he spent nearly all his time at the training grounds, repeatedly honing every technique. Whenever he encountered details he was unsure about, he sought Tang Feng's guidance. Occasionally, he also exchanged experiences with other Inner Disciples in the dining hall.
Most Inner Disciples were happy to share. As long as they understood a question concerning cultivation techniques, they would patiently explain it.
In just eight days, Lin Taichu had mastered all twelve techniques recorded in the Thousand Mechanisms Hidden Weapon Manual. Not only could he perform them proficiently, but he could also switch flexibly between them depending on the hidden weapon, reaching the level of complete mastery described in the Secret Manual.
After confirming that he had thoroughly mastered the Thousand Mechanisms Hidden Weapon Manual, Lin Taichu packed up the Secret Manual and rose to return it to the Scripture Pavilion.
As he reached the entrance of the Scripture Pavilion, he heard an argument coming from inside. One old voice and one young voice refused to yield to each other, shattering the Scripture Pavilion's usual silence.
Lin Taichu stopped and looked toward the sound. Beside the table at the Scripture Pavilion's entrance stood the elder on duty. His